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GIAC is pleased to announce that user-adjustable launch control is now available for the Volkswagen MKVI platform (GTI / GLI). Via the Flashloader handheld device, users can press the "MT" buttons to adjust the stationary rev-limiter in 100 RPM increments. There is also a toggle for the launch...

Here is some of our footage from the recent airstrip racing event, testing out the production "Extreme" TSI K04 file in our GTI. The races are a half-mile from a rolling start, usually beginning around 40 mph. Vs. Pontiac G8 GT (claimed 500 horsepower) Efp6riUKF1k Vs. Camaro SS (Full...

When we released our software for the Loba L0400 turbo, a few customers were asking what power numbers could be expected with a slightly more aggressive file. One of our customers recently went to a dyno day with his GIAC-tuned L0400 Golf R, and posted these results: - L0400 turbo - HPFP...

GIAC is proud to announce that we will be the presenting sponsor for Big SoCal Euro on September 14th, 2013 at Qualcomm Stadium. We will be offering on-site software flashing, with discounted prices and $0 labor installs. Flashing spots are open from 12PM to 8PM, so make sure to reserve your...

GIAC is proud to announce that we will be the presenting sponsor for Big SoCal Euro on September 14th, 2013 at Qualcomm Stadium. We will be offering on-site software flashing, with discounted prices and $0 labor installs. Flashing spots are open from 12PM to 8PM, so make sure to reserve your...

Summer is here, and so are great deals on GIAC software! Summer specials begin July 30th, 2013 and continue through September 4th, 2013 for most of GIAC’s VW/Audi software offerings. If you have any questions regarding specials on a particular model or calibration, please don’t hesitate to...

Congratulations to Blu--Pearl for sending another TSI GTI into the 12's, this time breaking our own stock turbo record! Details of the run: Orlando Speed Dragway Density Altitude: ~1600 feet 12.932@106.14 2010 GTI DSG GIAC Stage 2 Software (Race File) Forge Wintake Forge Twincooler 3" Exhaust...

Waterfest is here and Forge Motorsport will be joining forces with GIAC to bring attendees on-site flashing and show specials! Forge Motorsport is offering pre-registration to ensure you get more power at the show! For the GIAC software tuning Waterfest pre-registration, you will need to...

Waterfest is here and Forge Motorsport will be joining forces with GIAC to bring attendees on-site flashing and show specials! Forge Motorsport is offering pre-registration to ensure you get more power at the show! For the GIAC software tuning Waterfest pre-registration, you will need to...

Waterfest is here and Forge Motorsport will be joining forces with GIAC to bring attendees on-site flashing and show specials! Forge Motorsport is offering pre-registration to ensure you get more power at the show! For the GIAC software tuning Waterfest pre-registration, you will need to...

As many of you have already inquired about, we have been testing a new TSI K04 file dubbed "Extreme." Building on the already record-setting "High Output" K04 file, we have been experimenting with boost levels as high as 2 bar. We recently had the chance to take the GTI to Sacramento Raceway to...

One of our customers recently sent us this in-car footage of his newly-flashed GIAC Stage 2 file. This vehicle was utilizing the pump file on 91 octane fuel. Stage 2 requires: Intake Downpipe HPFP It is amazing how much these cars open up with the Stage 2 flash. There are some serious corks...

A big thanks to one of our customers for sending over these Vbox performance times. This customer recently switched to our "Extreme" file for factory-K04 vehicles. Utilizing pump gas and water-methanol injection, 0-60 times were measured at 3.5 seconds with a 116 trap speed in the quarter mile...

For 2012 GLI customers who wish to activate launch control, this is now possible with GIAC DSG software! We are in the process of updating all of our files so that this feature is included with each DSG flash. Customers would only need to add the necessary traction control button, for which a...

It is very early, but I figured this would get some of you excited. One of our dealers, Driven Performance (FL), just received the L04XX planned for their project Golf R. This is a project we have been discussing with them for months, and we are excited to finally get it started. To read...